Auckland City Highlights, Afternoon Piha Beach & Rainforest Tour
Overview
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8 hours 30 minutes
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This tour combines the very best of Auckland city in the morning, with the best of Auckland nature in the afternoon. The Auckland City tour is an easy morning introduction to the diverse city of Auckland. The tour has plenty of photo opportunities and includes views from Mount Victoria in Devonport, which are not to be missed!
The afternoon nature tour is a great introduction to New Zealand's nature and visits some of the stunning rainforest scenery, as well as the glorious Piha Beach. Easy walking tracks and dramatic coastlines are only a short drive from Auckland's city centre. Our experienced guides and small group size means you will be well looked after. In the afternoon we also include a New Zealand style afternoon tea including biscuits/cookies and tea, coffee or juice.
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
The tour is suitable for all ages and abilities. It includes 2 hours of light walking.
Minimum TWO adults required for the tour to run
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Queen Street
Travel up Queen Street - the main street of the city centre, home to iconic buildings and a mixture of shopping and CBD offices
Ponsonby
Travel through the suburb of Ponsonby, with stunning heritage homes
What‘s Included
Enjoy a walk in the rainforest, just 45 minutes from Auckland City
Auckland city centre hotel pickup and drop-off
GST (Goods and Services Tax)
Visit Piha Beach
Join our local guide for a 3 hour small group city tour in the morning before an afternoon in nature
Afternoon tea refreshments included
Lunch (can be purchased - a small amount of cash is required)
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Auckland City Highlights, Afternoon Piha Beach & Rainforest Tour
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Reviews
135 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Bush and Beach blast
BackPacker321288,Mar 27, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We have a blast with this tour. The city tour in the morning was very informative and the group in the afternoon was great too. Noel took us through the rain forest and I was impressed with all the information he gave us. I would highly recommend this tour
Amazing
Jane L,Jan 13, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Our morning and afternoon tour of Auckland was super enjoyable! Our guides, Kelly and Peter were very knowledgeable and nice, we also enjoyed the stops at the rainforest and Piha Beach. Overall, this experience was fun and amazing!
Nice overview
April-pixie,Jan 7, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The tour provided a good overview of the area’s attractions and history. Made subsequent tour days easier to schedule.
Beautiful day full of interesting activities.
Debra H,Dec 31, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00This was a great all day tour. It was my first day in Auckland and morning was a great introduction into my surroundings. A stop for a famous Auckland pie for lunch (not included) and we went for a guided hike through an easy trail through the jungle. Finished off at the beautiful Piha Beach and a tea and cookies picnic. It was a day to remember.
Fantastic tour and experience with excellent guides!
Seaside48297117941,Dec 30, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Noel and Warren were excellent guides! We loved the entire day's experience. Very comfortable bus, all early/on time. Was a better tour than we expected. Highly recommend!
Great introductionto the city
Eileen L,Dec 30, 2025
- Review from Viator
4.00This tour was on our first full day in Auckland and It was an excellent orientation to the city. Commentary was great and helpful
Beautiful tour to see the best of Auckland and surrounding
sebastianwF4625PI,Dec 15, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I really can recommend this tour. In the morning you see the best spots of Auckland. Guide Wayne was very funny and gave good insights about Auckland. The highlight is the afternoon tour where you visit a rainforest and Piha beach. Guide Annie had an outstanding knowledge about the flora and fauna in the rainforest. Visiting Piha beach is an absolut must if you are in Auckland. So all in all it was a perfect day to see the best of Auckland and surrounding.
Informative and Engaging
Donald H,Dec 2, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00A nice way to get overview of city inorning then off to rainforest with informative walk and then some time on time most beautiful black sand beach.
A light easy afternoon with lovely Auckland sights
mtafoya,Nov 24, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00My husband and I really enjoyed our tour, The Afternoon Wilderness Experience, with a great guide and driver, and we got to see Auckland sights that we wouldn't have otherwise. We went to the Arataki Visitor Center and took a terrific walk through a rainforest where we saw beautiful ferns and huge kauri trees, as well as some beautiful birds. Then we went to Piha Beach facing the Tasman Sea which was also great to see. It was a light, easy afternoon, led by very knowledgeable guides. It was about a 5 hour tour with pick up and drop off at our hotel.
An inspiring introduction to Auckland and its beautiful backyard
lisawD1586MT,Oct 4, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We can’t recommend this tour highly enough for those who are curious about Auckland and the natural beauty at its back door. Our two tour guides made this a very memorable day: one took us on an urban safari which made us fall in love with the beauty and diversity of Auckland! In the afternoon we stopped at the best country bakery for lunch and headed west to explore the majestic rainforest (you must see an old Kauri tree!) and to the black sands of Piha Beach. Afternoon tea in the dunes was such a treat before heading back to the city.
From NZ$295.00
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